2012 Pinot Noir Reserve - Lower Block, Davis
Tasting Notes & Food Pairing
Bold enough to stand up to grilled red meats, and hearty stews, the Reserve Pinot Noir is also subtle enough to be an excellent accompaniment to fowl, and a classic pairing with all mushroom
dishes.
Best enjoyed at 53° - 60°f
Suggested drink window: now - 2026
90 Points - Wine Enthusiast
Winemaking
• 100% Pinot Noir, Clone: 115
• Single VineyardSeries: Davis Vineyard
• Hand harvested September 16th
• Hand Sorted
• Brix: 24.3° • pH: 3.90 • TA: 6.5 g/L • RS 0.3% • ABV: 13.7%
• Cases produced: 190
Single Vineyard Series
The Finger Lakes contains a mosaic of soil types, slope, aspect to the sun, and microclimate giving each vineyard its own identity. While this variety adds multiple dimensions to our wines, it also presents an opportunity for us to further celebrate the land in our Single Vineyard Series. We bottle the special flavors produced from one particular vineyard in years when the fruit is of intense quality and such distinctive character that it demands to stand alone as a pure expression of terroir.
Davis Vineyard, Lower Block
Armed with years of experience dating back to his childhood, Phil Davis owns and operates Davis Vineyard. Phil shares a remarkable bond with his vineyard, leaving little space left untouched or unknown to him.
Structured and harmonious, yet strong and elegant, our Davis Vineyard is a spectacular representation of quality grape-growing in the Finger Lakes. Hand-planted in 1998 about a quarter-mile off of the eastern shore of Seneca Lake on Howard Gravelly Loam, this 5 ½ acre site is perfectly suited to produce lively, old-world style wines.
Vintage Notes
With the perfect balance of warm temperatures and occasional rainfall, the 2012 season turned into an exceptional vintage. Bud break occurred during mid-March, about five weeks earlier than usual, and set the tone for the rest of the season. Rivaling the impeccable 2010 vintage, 2012 also saw a large number of growing degree days, ideal for fully-ripened grapes and bold wines. Due to the below average rainfall throughout the summer months, disease pressure remained low, allowing fruit to thrive with little intervention. These wines from the 2012 vintage are beautifully balanced with bright acidity and fresh fruit flavors.
